A guide and introduction to complementary medicine. The book is divided into easily-accessible sections covering the most popular therapies available and the common ailments which can be treated by them. Each therapy is explained, with details of how it works, its practitioners, and its uses. The book gives information on acupuncture, aromatherapy, Bach flower remedies, chiropractic, homoeopathy, massage, medical herbalism, osteopathy and yoga and it includes an A-Z listing of over 100 common ailments, from abscesses to ulcers, with the most suitable options for treatment.